Bold Modern Wave Pattern Mehndi Design for Back Hand

A gorgeous modern mehndi design tailored for the back of the hand, featuring wave pattern and lotus pattern. Rated as Hard, this pattern is perfect for Teej.

Skin on the back of the hand is thinner than the palm, so the stain is usually lighter and fades sooner. Leaving the paste on for longer helps the colour develop. This pattern needs steady pressure control and fine line work, so it is best attempted after practising simpler designs.

Some modern designs borrow from tattoo art, with single motifs placed on the wrist, fingers or forearm. White henna and glitter are cosmetic body paints, not real henna, and they do not stain the skin.

Application tips: Scrape the dried paste off instead of washing it, and keep the area away from water for the first 12 to 24 hours. The stain starts orange and darkens to reddish brown over 24 to 48 hours as it oxidises.